Table of Contents

1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Pressure-relieving Devices
5 Causes of Improper Performance
6 Inspection and Testing
7 Inspection and Replacement of Rupture Disk Devices
8 Pressure-relief Valve Visual On-stream Inspection
9 Inspection Frequency
10 Records and Reports
Annex A (informative) - Pressure-relief Valve Testing
Annex B (informative) - Sample Record and Report Forms
Bibliography

Abstract

Provides the inspection and repair practices for self-actuated pressure-relieving devices commonly used in the oil/gas and petrochemical industries.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Petroleum Institute
Pages
ISBN
Supersedes	API 576 : 2009